Part Number: SG550X-24P-K9
Manufacturer: Cisco Systems, Inc.
Overview
The Cisco SG550X-24P-K9 is a high-performance, 24-port Gigabit Ethernet switch with Power over Ethernet (PoE+) capabilities, designed for small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) seeking advanced networking features and secure connectivity. Offering Layer 3 switching, a robust set of security features, and reliable PoE+ support, the SG550X-24P-K9 is ideal for powering and connecting devices such as IP phones, access points, and security cameras, while also providing fast, reliable data transfer across your network.
This switch is easy to manage through an intuitive web interface and offers advanced features like VLANs, QoS, and security protocols, making it a perfect solution for SMBs looking for enterprise-level functionality at an affordable price.
Key Features
24 x Gigabit Ethernet Ports (PoE+): Delivers high-speed data connectivity and up to 370W of PoE+ power to connected devices.
Layer 3 Switching: Supports advanced routing capabilities, allowing for more efficient network traffic management and greater scalability.
PoE+ Support: Provides Power over Ethernet to simplify infrastructure by eliminating the need for separate power cables for devices like IP cameras, access points, and phones.
Advanced Security Features: Includes 802.1X, VLAN support, ACLs, and secure management protocols to protect your network from unauthorized access.
Quality of Service (QoS): Allows prioritization of critical network traffic, ensuring that voice, video, and other high-priority applications perform optimally.
Stackable Design: Supports stacking for simplified management and the ability to scale as your network grows.
Energy Efficient: Designed with energy-saving features like Cisco’s Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE), reducing operating costs.
Simple Web Interface: Managed via an easy-to-use web interface for streamlined configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
Applications
Small and Medium-Sized Businesses (SMBs): Ideal for SMBs looking for a cost-effective solution that offers enterprise-grade features like PoE+, Layer 3 switching, and security.
Office Networks: Perfect for powering IP phones, wireless access points, and security cameras in modern office environments.
Branch Offices: Suitable for branch office networks needing secure, scalable, and reliable connectivity to the main corporate network.
Surveillance Systems: Powers and connects IP cameras, providing seamless integration with your network security infrastructure.
Retail Networks: Supports the connectivity needs of retail chains, including point-of-sale systems, customer Wi-Fi, and back-office operations.
Specifications
Ports: 24 x 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet Ports (PoE+ Supported)
Power Budget: 370W of PoE+ power
Form Factor: Rack-mountable, 1U
Layer 3 Support: Static routing, Routing Information Protocol (RIP)
Quality of Service (QoS): Layer 2 and Layer 3 QoS, DiffServ
Security: 802.1X authentication, VLANs, Access Control Lists (ACLs)
Management: Web-based GUI, SNMP, CLI, and Smart Network Application (SNA)
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Dimensions: 17.3 x 10.5 x 1.73 inches (43.9 x 26.7 x 4.4 cm)
Weight: 4.5 kg (9.9 lbs)
Redundant Power Supply: Optional, for enhanced availability
Energy Efficiency: Cisco Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE)
Why Choose the Cisco SG550X-24P-K9?
Power and Performance: With 24 PoE+ ports and high-speed Gigabit Ethernet, this switch provides both data connectivity and power to connected devices, reducing the need for separate power cables and adapters.
Layer 3 Routing: Advanced Layer 3 switching allows for greater scalability and more efficient network management, especially in growing networks.
Security and Reliability: Cisco’s robust security features, including VLANs, 802.1X authentication, and ACLs, help protect your network from threats and unauthorized access.
Ease of Management: The intuitive web interface and comprehensive management options make configuration and monitoring straightforward, even for those with limited IT resources.
Energy Efficient: Built with energy-saving features to reduce operating costs without compromising on performance.
Scalability: With stacking capabilities and the ability to add more devices as your network grows, the SG550X-24P-K9 offers a flexible solution for expanding your network infrastructure.
The Cisco SG550X-24P-K9 switch is the ideal choice for SMBs, office networks, and growing enterprises that need a powerful, reliable, and secure network switch with PoE+ capabilities.